‘Purpose and Passion’ Cultural Trip
Vietnam 2024
Our 2024 ‘Purpose and Passion’ Cultural Trip has been specially curated as an ethical, socially responsible adventure to Vietnam.
‘Purpose and Passion’ Cultural Trip
Vietnam 2024
11 Days/10 Nights
26 October – 5 November 2024
From $2,500 + GST per person
$500 deposit required
Vietnam is a country of stunning landscapes, unique culture, rich history and friendly and hospitable people. We will be visiting three wonderful and diverse cities including Hanoi, Hoi An (the Old Town of Hoi An is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Ho Chi Minh City.
Your host for this trip is Amanda Webb, CEO of Xplore for Success.
As a part of all Xplore Purpose and Passion Cultural Trips, we choose and support a charity in the country of travel. This year we have selected Blue Dragon Children’s Foundation.
2024 marks Blue Dragon’s 20th birthday. That’s two decades of transforming lives of children and families across Vietnam.
Xplore is committed to human rights, social justice and a world without poverty. We are proud to be supporting Blue Dragon in their mission and purpose.
Saturday, 26 October
Arrive and check in at GM Premium Hotel (Old Quarter), Hanoi
Sunday, 27 October
9 AM: Welcome meet & breakfast at hotel
10 AM: Old Quarter Street & Food Walking Tour (with Train Street) | 3.5 hours
PM: Old Quarter | Free time
7 PM: Dinner at KOTO Van Mieu
Monday, 28 October
7.30 AM: Breakfast
8.30 AM: Halong Bay | Full day tour (pick up from hotel) | 10 hours
PM: Solar Sky Bar (Rooftop bar of our hotel)
Tuesday, 29 October
7.30 AM: Breakfast
9 AM: Visit to Blue Dragon Community Centre (our charity)
12 NOON onwards: Free time
7 PM: Hanoi Food Culture Restaurant
After dinner option | Ignite Sky Bar
Wednesday, 30 October | Travel to Hoi An
By 12 noon: Breakfast and check out
2 PM: Flight to Hoi An </span
PM: Check in at La Charm Hotel
4 PM: Highlights and Hidden Gems | Guided Tour of Hoi An
7 PM Dinner: Night Market & street food
Thursday, 31 October
9 AM: Eco Cooking Class
PM: Exploring Old Town
Visit ‘Reaching Out Teahouse’ and Arts and Crafts
7 PM: Dinner at Little Faifo
Friday, 1 November
ALL DAY: Free time
Saturday, 2 November | Travel to Ho Chi Minh City
AM: Travel to airport; fly to Ho Chi Minh City
PM: Check in at Silverland May Hotel
7 PM: Dinner at L’Usine or Propoganda
Sunday, 3 November
8 AM: City Tour - History & Culture | 4 hours
PM: Free time
7 PM: Dinner at Noir Dining in the Dark Restaurant
Monday, 4 November
FULL DAY: Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta Tour | 10 hours
8 PM: Dinner at Secret Garden Restaurant
After dinner option | Banana Mama Rooftop Bar & Kitchen
Tuesday, 5 November
AM: Breakfast
ALL DAY: Free time
Options: Visit the Ben Thanh Market | War Remnants Museum | Use of pool and day spa at hotel
By 5 PM: Late check out before flight home
*Itinerary subject to change.
$2,500 + GST per person (4-star hotels single occupancy; all hotels have swimming pools).
Participants must also commit to donate or fundraise $500 for Blue Dragon Children's Foundation.
Strictly limited to 12 travellers.
For more information or to register, please call Amanda Webb on mobile 0419 995 480 or email amanda.webb@xplore.net.au.